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TPD News Archive - 2009

 

 

December 2009


TPD Named 5th Best Place To Work In PA


The Team Pennsylvania Foundation, along with PA Department of Community and Economic Development, PA Chamber of Business and Industry, and the Central Penn Business Journal, ranked TPD the # 5 Best Place To Work In PA in the medium sized firms category (those under 500 employees) among all types of organizations in PA.  This is TPD’s 7th consecutive year as a Top 15 Best Place to Work in PA, and TPD is the highest ranked engineering firm in the state. 

 

November 2009


TPD Named A Fastest-Growing Firm In The U.S.


For the third consecutive year, TPD outperformed the economy and the competition to be recognized on Zweig White’s Hot Firm list of the fastest-growing Architecture, Engineering, Planning (A/E/P) & Environmental Firms in America. In 2009, TPD is ranked number 198.

 

October 2009


TPD Named #1 Best Civil Engineering Firm to Work For in the U.S.


Recognized for a “No Layoffs” commitment, exceptional corporate culture, serious investment in Professional Development, and an exemplary approach to communications, CE News magazine named TPD the #1 Best Civil Engineering Firm to Work For in the U.S. To read the complete article, click here.

 

September 2009


TPD Takes A Bus Trip To Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire

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As part of TPD’s efforts to provide exceptional staff benefits, TPD sponsored a bus trip to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire for staff, including co-ops, and their families and friends. Participants enjoyed a plethora of entertainment, including theater, games, and wine tastings.

 

August 2009


TPD Makes Inc. 5000 List

Following a listing at number 3827 on Inc. magazine’s inaugural Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America in 2007 and a listing at number 3614 in 2008, TPD’s commitment to growth has earned us a place on the list again in 2009. In 2009, TPD is recognized at number 4312. View TPD’s complete Inc. 5000 profile by clicking here.

 

June 2009


TPD Awarded as ESGR Patriot

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The National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) awarded TPD the Patriot Award on behalf of the Department of Defense. This award recognizes TPD for being a Patriotic Employer who contributes to national security and protects liberty and freedom by supporting employee participation in America’s National Guard and Reserve Force.

 

May 2009


TPD Takes A Bus Trip To A Philadelphia Phillies Game

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As part of TPD’s efforts to provide exceptional staff benefits, TPD sponsored a bus trip to a Philadelphia Phillies Game for staff, including co-ops, and their families and friends. Participants enjoyed exploring Citizens Bank Park, including a unique opportunity to view and take photos with the World Series Trophy, and watching the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals.

 

April 2009


TPD Celebrates 20 Successful Years

Founded in April 1989 in a remodeled three-story colonial house located in Oaks, PA, TPD began with six employees, and over the last 20 years has grown into 5 strategically located offices throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. TPD’s priority on sustainable company growth has enabled the firm to develop and maintain its staff of highly-qualified professionals whose contribution to infrastructure, workforce, and economic development for the past two decades has earned TPD merit on both the local and national levels.

To read the complete press release on this achievement, please click here.

 

March 2009


TPD Wins Prestigious Pinnacle Award

For the second consecutive year, TPD’s commitment to both maintaining growth and investing in exceptional workplace practices has earned the firm a distinguished Pinnacle Award. TPD is one of only 21 firms in the nation to achieve the prestigious honor of being both a CE News Best Place To Work In The US and a Zweig-White Fastest Growing Firm In The US in 2008. 

 

February 2009


TPD Takes A Bus Trip To Bear Creek Ski Area

Bear Creek Mountain Resort

As part of TPD’s efforts to provide exceptional staff benefits, TPD sponsored a bus trip to Bear Creek Ski Resort for staff, including co-ops, and their families and friends. Participants spent the day skiing, snowboarding, tubing, hanging out in the lodge, and generally enjoying quality time outdoors.

 

January 2009


TPD’s Joseph Platt, Jr., PE named Delaware Valley Young Engineer of the Year
 

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The Delaware Valley Engineers Week Council (DVEWC) honored Joe Platt as Young Engineer of the Year. By diligently planning and actively pursuing Professional Development opportunities, Joe continuously promotes civil engineering and contributes greatly to the profession. As noted by the Delaware Valley Engineers Week Council (www.dvewc.org), Joe is an exceptional representative for the Engineering community.

To read the complete press release on this achievement, please click here.

 

 

 

 


 

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TPD Press Releases -2009

November 3, 2009: Local Transportation Engineering Firm Ranked #1 C.E. Firm in the Nation

May 4, 2009: Award-Winning Transportation Engineering Firm Celebrates 20 Successful Years

January 20, 2009: Local Transportation Engineering Firm Moves Up to 6th Best Place to Work in PA

January 9, 2009: TPD’s Joseph Platt, Jr., PE named Delaware Valley Young Engineer of the Year